Pumpkin Patch Nursery Worthing (St Botolphs)

I’ve been delighted with this setting from day one, the communication between nursery and parent has always been fantastic. The app is incredibly useful and it really helps keep in the loop with what my little one has been up to and offers a really convenient way to reach members of the team with any questions or requests. The activities they provide are always evolving and there are plenty of hands-on fun, creative activities both indoors and outdoors. My daughter has built really strong relationships with members of the staff and I’m never in any doubt that she’s in very caring hands while she is there. Should she ever have a rare unsettled drop off the staff always make extra effort to let me know once she’s settled and what she’s up to. She leaves her sessions at Pumpkin Patch with a big smile on her face which is testament to the work of the wonderful people that make Pumpkin Patch such a lovely nursery.

I honestly feel blessed that we have this nursery so close to our home.
The staff at the nursery are amazing and that shows when I drop off my daughter, she goes in with open arms and no fuss. In fact, she asks to go to nursery on days she isn’t in!
The staff are extremely proactive in giving regular updates on my daughter through the parent app which is so appreciated and something I know other parents do not get at other Nurseries.
I cannot recommend them enough, I feel my daughter is richer in her development and they make our family feel comfortable every time we drop her off.

We have been with Pumpkin Patch for 5 years now and have been absolutely astounded with the care, compassion and professionalism from every member of staff. We have sent both of our children to Pumpkin Patch who have had the same individual, personable experiences. The staff treat every child as if they are their own which is abundantly obvious at pick up with the smile on their faces and spring in their step! The staff genuinely love your child which makes us all feel very special and cared for as a family. We are so very grateful to have found Pumpkin Patch which has given both our boys the very best start in life. We’ve watched them grow in confidence and make some amazing friends, some of which we are still in touch with and will hopefully be in their lives forever! To sum up Pumpkin Patch with a few keywords (because I could go on forever!); Amazing, Inspirational, Attentive, Professional, Personable, Compassionate, Caring, Magical, Diligent – a home from home.

Pumpkin Patch Nursery is a wonderful and nurturing childcare setting. My boys started shortly after their 3rd birthday having never attended a nursery before. I was worried how they would cope with the transition as they are both sensitive and had always found separation from me difficult but the staff were so lovely. They were flexible about how their settles were managed, kept me up to date during the day and helpfully ensured the staff member who they had formed a close relationship with came to the door every morning which really helped with separation while they were settling.
We have seen them both thrive at Pumpkin Patch. Their key worker has made the effort to get to know them and support their emotional and social development. She has worked really hard putting into place strategies that has really helped one of my boys who was needing help with his confidence.
The boys have made lovely friends and always come home tired, muddy from all the fun in the garden and very happy.

Our son has been at this nursery for 10 months and during this time his speech has developed loads. He loves the outdoor space and as parents, we are truly impressed by the facilities e.g. outdoor classroom, atelier, forest and beach school and large airy classrooms with lots of different learning corners to engage and inspire children. The children are supported in their learning with amazing and unusual activities and communication with parents is constant and prompt through the parnet app. We are very happy with the educators and the management who show understanding and passion. We are also impressed by the training opportunities for staff development including trips to Iceland and Italy to shadow and train in foreign settings. We are not surprised Pumpkin Patch Nursery have opened another branch due to their success – they work hard for it and deserve it. Educators are super helpful and seem happy in their jobs. We love this nursery.

Pumpkin Patch Nursery is one of the best nurseries around West Sussex. The staff are really helpful and kind and are always attentive in listening to issues and concerns raised. My daughter loves going to Pumpkin Patch.

My daughter started nursery over a year ago and she has adapted so well. She absolutely loves going to nursery and runs in with a massive smile every time I take her.
Outstanding nursery, amazing professional.

I cannot fault Pumpkin Patch, St Botolphs, my daughter loves attending. It is a happy and positive environment which has supported and developed her into a confident little character. The outdoor space is amazing!

We moved our son to Pumpkin Patch Nursery from another nursery over a year ago now, and it was the best decision we’ve made. Since being there, he’s been so happy.
They follow the children’s interests, and this makes them so excited to come in and play.
The communication is excellent, and everyone is really approachable.
Our son does forest school every two weeks and loves going out on the forest school bus with his friends; he gets so excited about it.
I also love that it’s child-led, and they choose to be inside or outside when they want to.
The food is great – our son talks a lot about chatting with the chef.
I 100% recommend Pumpkin Patch and trust them absolutely with our son’s care!

My children have been at this nursery since 2019, all through covid and will be until they’re all at school. I literally cannot say enough good about it.
Although not visible from the front, the level of equipment is absolutely fabulous. The level of resources, knowledge and experience is unparalleled.
My children are so cared for and so loved in this safe, family setting. They have built so much confidence and happiness in the kids. And every family we know thinks the same. They’re also incredibly supportive of our family and any issues we might have.